Simcocks is highlighted for its expertise in local and international litigation. Team head Chris Brooks oversees a varied caseload, including matters involving assets impacted by Russian sanctions. Caroline Jennings supports the team’s family law practice, with extensive expertise in contentious divorce matters. Elizabeth Simpson ‘is an outstanding commercial litigator’.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Excellent responsive service, commercially focused. Very client-focused.’

  • ‘Excellent commercial litigators, especially Elizabeth Simpson. Elizabeth is an outstanding commercial litigator.' 

  • ‘Louise Byrne was knowledgeable, highly skilled and experienced, honest and trustworthy. She provided a professional service, promptly delivered with kindness and understanding.' 

  • ‘Christopher Brooks is very responsive and commercial. Sensible in his tactical approach and has an excellent record in his advocacy.' 

  • ‘Louise Byrne is a true heavyweight in her field. Her knowledge and experience are unsurpassed.'

Key clients

  • Baccarat/Morland
  • Much Better
  • Nereo Management
  • Child and Child
  • Wilton

Work highlights

  • Defending a group litigation brought on behalf of over 600 claimants.
  • Prevented the immediate winding up of a multi-million fund owned partly by sanctioned individuals.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Christopher Brooks

Other key lawyers

Elizabeth Simpson, Louise Byrne, Caroline Jennings